Top 10 Beaches in Europe

European countries enjoy some of the best beaches around the world, doing some research before starting your holiday can help you plan your travel activities and enjoying the best beaches on the continent, depending on the countries you plan to visit. Below is a list of the top 10 beaches across European countries:.

1. Playa de Monsul, Spain

This unique attractive beach is located in Almeria, Southern Spain. It can boast of having an incredible landscape, with an extended black sandy beach and lava cliffs. This particular location was once used by the noted film director Steven Spielberg in one of his blockbusters and he even rated it as one of the best beaches that he had ever seen in Europe.

2. Salema, Vila do Bispo, Portugal

This amazing fishing village beach is situated between Lagos and Sagres in Portugal. After seeing enough of the beach, make it a point to check out the beautiful villages which are also found in the region - even having a stroll along the narrow cobbled lanes will make you feel relaxed and romantic at the same time. You might also try the scrumptious gastronomy at one of the local eateries while evening falls and recollect your memories during the day.

3. Riva di Ugento, Puglia, Italy

Although Puglia is not known for attracting lots of vacationers and is not a fashionable holiday spot like Sardinia, it is slowly becoming one of the most popular beaches in Italy. The Riva di Ugento resort which is located here provides all the modern facilities and it is the right time to go there before others already discover it. You might even camp there and it will definitely be a great experience to sleep peacefully beside the sounds of the waves ramming against the sea.

4. Zlatni rât beach, Bol, Croatia

Although you will come across many beaches spread across the Adriatic islands of Croatia, this one is the best of all. Being situated 2 km to the west of Bol harbor, this is one of the most unusual beaches in Croatia. It is also known as The Golden Horn beach and is ideal for windsurfing because of the powerful wind and the strong current of the water.

5. Gurteen Beach, Connemara, Ireland

It is situated in the region of Connemara and is reputed for its interesting geological, ecological and archaeological features. The sands were formed by the shells of marine creatures apart from rocks and the adjacent grasslands are believed to be rare. You might not be able to get enough sun rays here, but the freshly caught oysters are something that will fascinate you a lot.

6. Icmeler, Turkey

Situated in Turkey, this magnificent sea beach is a wonderful place to unwind and you will not find any nightclubs or even pubs here. This beach is positioned 5 miles from Marmaris which is situated on the Datcha Peninsula. You can always hop islands in case you would like different scenery and also try out different eateries where you'll find menus full of fresh seafood. Besides this, you might also go for hiking in the mountains while enjoying the breathtaking views.

7. Lalaria Beach, Skiathos, Greece

Although it is only a tiny island, you will find over 60 beaches in this region. The most well-known among them happens to be Koukounaries; however, if it is overcrowded then you might consider visiting the Lalaria beach instead. This is a tranquil and attractive holiday location and the reason why there is a lack of crowd here is that it is only possible to reach the location by boat.

8. Villefranche-sur-Mer, France

This particular sea beach is situated in France and is an amazing beach destination. The buildings here are magnificent and feature a blend of vibrant colors. However, while arriving at this beach if you do not find enough tourists and would like to go to somewhere a bit livelier, you can always head to the Eze Village nearby as an alternative.

9. Eraclea Minoa, Sicily, Italy

This extended and attractive beach is situated in the south-western part of Sicily. Being tranquil and peaceful, it is surrounded by stunning white cliffs. While you go near those cliffs, you might observe that the clay is breaking away. You simply need to mix water with the clay and apply it all over your body. As a matter of fact, you will notice many folks walking around with clay spread all over their bodies which will definitely help to keep you interested.

10. Calvi, Corsica, France

This beach is located in the north-western part of Corsica and happens to be a part of the impressive coastline of this island. Here you will be able to enjoy the glorious sunshine, clear azure sea, blanched white sand as well as some wonderful snorkeling and diving facilities. In case you are lucky enough to visit this region in June, make sure to attend the annual jazz festival which is usually held during this month. However, one cannot assure you of peaceful beach experience in this region at that time!

UV protective Tips

It is always important to protect the skin from sun ultraviolet rays to avoid risks of sunburn, premature skin aging, and skin cancer. This means the more skin you cover the better. Seek shade always when possible, wear sunglasses, sun hat and apply sunscreen on exposed skin every 2 to 3 hours.